1. How do I configure my DIR-300 router without the CD, or check my Wireless Network
Name (SSID) and Wireless Encryption Key?
• Connect your PC to the router using an Ethernet cable.
• Open a web browser and enter the address http://9.68.0.
• The default username is 'admin'. The default password is '' (leave the field blank).
• If you have changed the password and can not remember it, you will need to reset the router
to set the password back to '' (leave the field blank).
2. How do I reset my DIR-301 router to factory default settings?
• Ensure the router is powered on.
• Press and hold the reset button on the rear of the device for 0 seconds.
Note: Resetting the router to factory default will erase the current configuration settings. To
re-configure your settings, log into the router as outlined in question , then run the
Setup Wizard.
3. How do I add a new wireless client or PC if I have forgotten my Wireless Network Name
(SSID) or Wireless Encryption Key?
• Every PC that needs to connect to the router wirelessly, you will need to ensure you use the
correct Wireless Network Name (SSID) and encryption key.
• Use the web based user interface (as described in question above) to check or choose your
wireless settings.
• Make sure you take a note of the settings so that you can enter them into each wirelessly
connected PC. D-Link has provided a handy sticker for you to note them down and attach to
your router, or other location you find most convenient.
4. What can I do if my router is not working correctly?
• Check the LED's on the front of the router. The Power, Wireless and Internet LED should be
on. One or more of the LAN LED should flash.
• Check that all the cables are firmly connected at both ends.
• Power the router off for 0 seconds, and then power it back on.
5. What can I do if I can't get a Wireless Connection with my Laptop or PC?
• Try running the Wireless in the same room first with line of sight to the Router.
• Check all your Wireless cards are enabled on the Laptop and PCs you wish to use. If your
Laptop has built in Wireless please check it is enabled. As it may require a particular switch or
key-press to enable the wireless function.
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Technical Support
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